Aradel Holdings lists on NGX, hits $1.9-billion market cap
This listing expands investment opportunities for Nigerians, aligning with Aradel’s mission of enabling broader participation in the oil and gas sector.
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Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery seeks dual listing in Nigeria, London
The choice to pursue a dual listing on both exchanges reflects considerations arising from the NGX’s current limitations in accommodating the scale of the refinery.
Nigerian gambling magnate Kessington Adebutu loses $2.8 million on Wema Bank shares
This comes after a surge in the market value of his stake in Wema Bank between May 1 and 7, when it increased by N6.01 billion ($4.35 million)
Greek multimillionaire businessman makes $13.3 million from Nigerian food group
The rise in the market value of Coumantaros’ stake in Flour Mills cements his position as a top investor on the Nigerian Exchange.
Africa’s richest man to take two companies public, says NGX Chairman Umaru Kwairanga
Kwairanga said the Dangote Oil Refinery and Dangote Fertilizer Company are slated for listing on the exchange imminently.
Nigerian tycoon Emeka Onwuka pockets $1.5-million salary from Seplat in 2022
Onwuka, the CFO of Seplat Energy, experienced a substantial 7.78-percent increase in his 2022 compensation, reaching $1.55 million.
Otedola becomes second Nigerian billionaire with stakes in two companies worth over 1 trillion naira
With his strategic investments and relentless pursuit of excellence, Otedola continues to make significant contributions to the Nigerian economy and beyond.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia makes $13 million from Zenith Bank stake in 8 days
Ovia, a key figure in Nigeria’s banking industry’s evolution and digital transformation, founded Zenith Bank in 1990.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank announces expansion into France
Founded in 1990 by Ovia, Zenith Bank has become a leading lender not only in Nigeria but across anglophone West Africa.
Femi Otedola cements position among Africa’s richest as portfolio exceeds $1.2 billion
With a diverse portfolio and impactful investment strategy, Otedola has become the third-richest investor on the Nigerian Exchange.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s UBA records $570 million in profit in 9 months
Elumelu, who owns a 7.39-percent stake in UBA, equivalent to 2,527,372,285 ordinary shares, ranks as one of the wealthiest investors on the Nigerian Exchange.
Tony Elumelu’s wife, Awele, gains nearly $7 million as Transcorp shares soar
This recent surge in Awele Elumelu’s stake further solidifies her position as one of the top investors on the Nigerian Exchange.
Dangote’s stepbrother, Sayyu Dantata, gains $2.4 million from MRS stake in 48 hours
Dantata owns an impressive 60 percent of MRS Oil Nigeria Limited, through his investment company, MRS Africa Holdings.
Nigerian energy tycoon Wale Tinubu gains $40 million from Oando stake
Tinubu, a towering figure in the Nigerian energy industry, who owns 66.67 percent of Ocean and Oil Development Partners (OODP), has an indirect stake in Oando.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu loses $3.2 million in 11 days from UBA stake
Despite this substantial loss, Elumelu retains his status as one of the wealthiest investors in the local bourse.
Aliko Dangote’s sugar firm soars, becoming Africa’s newest billion-dollar empire
This remarkable milestone has further solidified Dangote’s status as the richest man on the African continent.